Certificate III in Individual Support

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

These qualifications at QAT are designed to prepare individuals to work in the community, home or residential aged care settings. By following established individualised plans, this Cert 3 Individual Support program teaches students to empower aged people and those with disabilities to achieve greater self-reliance, support community participation, and overall wellbeing.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Certificate III in Individual Support equips learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team under supervision and delegation.

Responsibilities: Individuals undertaking this qualification take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role, with limits established and delegation.
Knowledge: They possess factual, technical, and procedural knowledge, as well as theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred care.

The skills acquired through this Certificate III must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legal and ethical frameworks, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice. The practical application of these skills is crucial to deliver care services of the highest quality.

To achieve successful completion, candidates must have completed a vocational placement consisting of a minimum of 120 hours of direct client care as detailed in the Assessment Requirements. This hands-on experience allows you to gain valuable experience and demonstrate performance outcomes in community and workplace settings.

Course Duration and Study Options

Duration - 38 Weeks
Intake - Every 4 weeks

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no band below 5.5).

TUITION FEES

For International Students:

Please contact us for the tuition fees.

ASSESSMENTS

Knowledge assessments are an essential step in your ongoing skills development. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you study at the Queensland Academy of Technology, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples and third-party feedback.

Credit transfer is available for students who have successfully completed units of competency through other industry providers or nationally recognised providers. Evidence of transcripts will be requested from your previous industry providers prior to commencing the course

PAYMENT OPTIONS

We have many payment options available depending on each individual student. Please Contact QAT to know what payment option suits you.

Why Study with QAT?

Choosing QAT means earning a qualification that will help launch a career with confidence. Our Cert 3 Individual Support program provides a hands-on learning environment that is specifically tailored to provide person-centred support for the aged care and disability services sector, along with individual-support for other community members, such as those with mental health needs.

Industry-Leading Mentorship: Learn from veteran trainers who bring real-world wisdom into the classroom, ensuring you’re prepared for the complexities of the field.

Practical Skillset: We move beyond the textbook to equip you with the technical knowledge and empathy required to deliver a high-quality, person-centred approach.

Career Readiness: Our focus is on your transition to the workforce, providing the guidance you need to become a standout candidate for employers.

QUALIFICATION UNITS

COURSES OFFERED:
HLTINF006 - Apply basic principles and practices to apply basic infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 - Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS040 - Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS038 - Facilitate the empowerment of people
receiving support
CHCCCS031 - Provide individualised support
CHCLEG001 - Work legally and ethically
CHCCCS041 -Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005 - Communicate and work in health or
community services
CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people.

AGEING SPECIALISATION COURSES:
CHCCCS017 - Provide loss and grief support.
CHCCCS033 - Identify and report abuse.
CHCMHS001 - Work with people with mental health issues
CHCAGE011 - Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 - Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 - Deliver care services using a palliative approach

FURTHER STUDY

After completing the Certificate III in Individual Support, students have the opportunity to expand their qualifications and skills by pursuing higher-level courses.

Here are potential study pathways:

Each pathway offers more specialised roles, greater responsibilities, and expanded career opportunities. Whether you want to deepen your expertise in a specific sector or broaden your general skills, these qualifications pave the way for professionals

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

This course qualifies you for roles such as disability support workers or personal care assistants in the aged care, disability and community services sector.

CERT 3 INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT FAQ’s

WHAT IS THE FOCUS OF A CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT?

This unit describes the requirements for providing personal support services. It focuses on the individual support ageing process and how to monitor personal support services to ensure they meet the needs of the individual.

WILL I LEARN ABOUT THE NORMAL AGEING PROCESS?

Yes, you will gain the knowledge to support independence and identify changes in healthy body systems that occur during the normal ageing process.

WHAT SPECIFIC SKILLS ARE TAUGHT FOR AGED CARE?

You will learn to deliver rights-based services and provide end-of-life care using a palliative approach for those with a life-limiting illness. We also cover transmission-based precautions and aid guidelines determined by the sector.

WHAT CORE COMPETENCIES ARE COVERED IN THIS NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION?

This CHC33021 Certificate III program focuses on building the essential theoretical knowledge and procedural knowledge required to work effectively with diverse people and various cultural groups. Every unit describes how to provide support through an established person-centred behaviour plan, ensuring students can support independence within health or community services settings.

HOW DOES VOCATIONAL PLACEMENT PREPARE ME FOR THE WORKFORCE?

The vocational placement is a critical component of the qualification. It allows eligible students and international students who meet the eligibility criteria to engage in direct client care within a real aged care sector context. By demonstrating performance outcomes through practical skills, you become highly attractive to potential future employers looking for qualified disability support workers.

WHAT SUPPORT IS PROVIDED FOR END-OF-LIFE CARE AND EMOTIONAL NEEDS?

Our curriculum incorporates a palliative approach to ensure students can manage sensitive care services. You will gain the specific skills and knowledge to provide loss and grief support within community services. This training allows you to deliver care services that respect the dignity of the individual while managing the complexities of a life-limiting illness.

Any Further Questions?

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